Data Engineer II

Ookla Data Engineering
Madrid, Spain
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
€70,000.0 - €78,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Airflow Big Data Databases Information Engineering Data Warehousing Distributed Computing Environment Python (Programming Language) MySQL Cloud Services Oop Languages Standard Sql
+6 more
Scala (Programming Language) Data Streaming Data Processing Apache Spark Event Driven Architecture Information Technology

Job description

We’re looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join the Ookla Data Engineering team and help us process the world’s best collection of data on mobile and fixed internet performance. As a data engineer you will be focused on developing tools, libraries and operations to support data scientists and analysts as they discover new and exciting ways to apply our data. Applicants should have a strong, data-focused programming background and be passionate about accuracy and performance. You will work on big data using the latest technologies. We are committed to providing you a flexible work environment where individuality, fun, and talent are all valued equally. If you consider yourself innovative, adept at collaboration, and you care deeply about the work you do, we want to talk!, + Develop high volume data processing jobs across various platforms including Redshift, Athena, Iceberg, Spark and Airflow

  • Work closely with Data Scientists to turn theory and methodology into viable products
  • Identify bottlenecks in system performance and make recommendations on improving process efficiency
  • Support and collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and product managers
  • You are enthusiastic about mentoring and guiding junior team members, helping them understand architectural principles, best practices, and effective ways of working.

Requirements

We are looking for the right person, not the exact list of requirements. If you believe your life experience has prepared you for similar challenges, we’d like to hear from you.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience
  • Strong understanding of programming concepts with experience in at least 1 OOP language (Python, Scala, Java)
  • Strong background and 3+ years of direct experience working with Python
  • Experience with high volume distributed data processing in Spark
  • Strong working knowledge of SQL, databases (MySQL / Redshift / Athena / Trino), data modeling, and modern data warehouse (lakehouse) management
  • Excellent troubleshooting and analysis skills
  • Excited to learn and work with new technologies in a dynamic environment
  • Strong communication skills both in person and via virtual mediums
  • Strong time management skills and a self driven work ethic
  • Experience with AWS cloud services is a plus
  • Experience with event driven architecture and streaming data pipelines is a plus
  • Background check required

About the company

Ookla, an Accenture company, is a global leader in connectivity intelligence that brings together the trusted expertise of Speedtest®, Downdetector®, Ekahau®, and RootMetrics® to deliver unmatched network and connectivity insights. By combining multi-source data with industry-leading expertise, we transform network performance metrics into strategic, actionable insights. Our solutions empower service providers, enterprises, and governments with the critical data and insights needed to optimize networks, enhance digital experiences, and help close the digital divide. At the same time, we amplify the real-world experiences of individuals and businesses that rely on connectivity to work, learn, and communicate. From measuring and analyzing connectivity to driving industry innovation, Ookla helps the world stay connected. About Accenture Accenture helps the world’s leading enterprises reinvent by building their digital core and unleashing the power of AI to create value at speed for organizations across industries. Our strategy is to be the reinvention partner of choice for our clients and lead in the safe, widespread adoption of AI, and to be the most client focused, AI-enabled, great place to work in the world. We bring together the talent of our approximately 799,000 people with proprietary assets and platforms, deep process and industry expertise, and leading ecosystem relationships to deliver end-to-end solutions and measurable outcomes at scale. Through our Reinvention Services, we offer broad expertise across Cybersecurity, Digital Core, Finance, Industry and Enterprise, Song, Supply Chain and Engineering, and Talent, with advanced capabilities in AI and Data, Industry and Process, and Technology. We serve approximately 9,000 clients and generated approximately $70 billion in FY25 revenue. Visit us at accenture.com. Compensation Range Ookla provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The salary compensation for this role is €70,000 - €78,000. Individual pay within the compensation range for this business unit specific role is determined based on a variety of factors including experience, scope of the role, capabilities to perform the role, education and training, as well as business and company performance. Inscribirse en esta oferta, Veralto España Software Engineer II €65,000 - €74,000 Ookla Remote - Spain Software Engineer II €65,000 - €74,000 Ookla Remote - Spain Volver a la última búsqueda Trabajos ) Trabajos en marketing, publicidad y relaciones públicas ) Data Engineer II ( volver a la última búsqueda Recibir ofertas similares por correo electrónico No gracias, llévame a la oferta de empleo Al crear una alerta, aceptas nuestros Términos y condiciones y Política de privacidad, y el uso de cookies. Inscribirse en esta oferta

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